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The County of San Mateo's Sheriff's Office Forensic Laboratory, which is accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board in both Testing and Calibration, is seeking to fill a Criminalist I/II position within its Forensic Biology and DNA Section.
 
The Forensic Laboratory was constructed in March 2003 and is located in San Mateo, California. It is managed by a civilian Laboratory Director who is currently supported by four Supervising Criminalists, a Records/Property Manager, 30 forensic scientists and interns, three administrative support staff, and two full-time Property Officers. The Criminalist will report to
a Supervising Criminalist.

 The ideal candidate will:

• Be an experienced Forensic Biology/DNA technical professional dedicated to staying abreast of changes within the forensic industry. 
• Be familiar with performing biological screening, DNA extraction, quantitation, amplification, and typing.
• Have minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in biology, chemistry or a forensic science-related area.
• Have successfully completed a minimum of 12 semester or equivalent credit hours of undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) coursework covering the subject areas of biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology (molecular genetics, recombinant DNA technology), or other subjects which provide a basic understanding of the foundation of forensic DNA analysis.
• Have successfully completed a course in statistics and/or population genetics as it applies to Forensic DNA analysis.
• Have a minimum of six months of forensic DNA laboratory experience.
• Have court room testimony experience.

Additional emphasis will be placed upon the following professional and personal attributes:

• Demonstrated project management proficiency, effective planning, organizing and prioritization skills.
• Self-starting, motivated individual capable of demonstrating measurable work results in a timely manner.
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Familiar with GeneMapper IDX.
• Knowledge/experience in PCR DNA STR Systems.
• Ability to persuasively communicate ideas and goals and effectively motivate others to achieve those goals.
• Strategic thinker and planner.
• Understanding of current forensic technology and experience in the collection, analysis and evaluation of physiological fluids and other physical evidence gathered at crime scenes.

NOTE: A 2.5% pay differential is also given for IAI Crime Scene Certification and an additional 5.0% for the ABC, ABT, AFTE or IAI Latent Print Certification.  The maximum allowable certification differential is 7.5%.

Examples Of Duties:

 

• Examine and identify physiological fluids such as blood, urine, and semen.
• Perform microscopic examinations to identify biological cells.
• Perform DNA extractions.
• Perform quantitation's of DNA extractions.
• Analyze and interpret DNA instrumentation results.
• Prepare evidence for presentation at court and appear as an expert witness to testify on the results of laboratory analysis.
• Engage in crime scene reconstruction and collection of physical evidence at a major crime scene; make casts of various impressions.
• Take photographs and photomicrographs.
• Participate in public relations activities such as conducting tours of the Laboratory and speaking to various interested groups.
• Care for and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
 
Criminalist I ($40.54-$50.66/hr): Graduation from an accredited college or university with a major in criminalistics, chemistry or a related physical science.
 
Criminalist II ($50.49-$63.11/hr):  Three years of experience in the practice of criminalistics, which has included experience in collecting, analyzing and evaluating physiological fluids, controlled substances and other physical evidence gathered from crime scenes.

Knowledge of:                                                                       

• Current forensic methods and techniques used in the analysis and evalua­tion of physical evidence likely to be used in a court case.
• Principles of organic and inorganic chemistry, biochemistry and physiology.
• Common types of controlled substances, as defined by the Uniform Control­led Substances Act of the Health and Safety Code.
• Various types of equipment found in a forensic laboratory.
• Courtroom procedures and testimony.
• Recent developments, literature and sources of information relative to criminalistics and toxicology.
• Principles of photography.

Skill/Ability to:

• Performing physical and chemical tests commonly used in the analysis of physical evidence.
• Using a wide variety of equipment including ultraviolet and infrared spectrophotometers, gas chromatograph, density and refractive index apparatus and various types of microscopes and cameras.
• Understanding and carrying out detailed, highly technical oral and written instructions.
• Communicating verbally.
• Writing clear, concise reports and correspondence.

Other Requirements:

• Participate in the Laboratory's on-call, crime scene rotation schedule.
• Pass a detailed background investigation and pre-employment medical exam prior to appointment.

 

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply.  Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination.

Responses to supplemental questions are required and must be submitted in addition to the Standard San Mateo County employment application.  A resume or reference to a resume will not be accepted as a substitute for your responses to these questions or as a substitute for your application. 

The examination process will consist of an application screening (weight: Pass/Fail) based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions. Candidates who pass the application screening will be invited to a panel interview (weight: 100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense. 

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org/ to apply. Online applications must be received by the Human Resources Department before midnight on the final filing date.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT TIMELINE:
Final Filing Date: January 30, 2020
Applicant Screening:  Week of February 3, 2020
Panel Interviews: February 24 and/or February 25, 2020

Are you an experienced public works professional looking for an amazing opportunity on the Coast? If so, we invite you to explore this opportunity with the City of Pacifica.

The City of Pacifica is currently recruiting for a Director of Public Works to join our team.

 

To learn more about this opportunity, please click here.

The Position

The City of Orinda Planning Department is seeking a strong, customer-service oriented Planning Technician, for a limited-term, to primarily staff the Planning Counter and process code-enforcement cases. Depending on experience, the successful candidate may also gain opportunities to assist with various current and long-range planning tasks. This non-exempt position will report to the Director of Planning.

Qualifications

All City of Orinda employees are expected to uphold and exhibit the City’s core values including serving the public, being respectful and accountable, maintaining professionalism, and demonstrating responsibility. Specific qualifications for the position are noted in the following:

Education & Experience:

• A 4-year bachelor’s degree in planning or a related field;
• Equivalent to two-years of college, supplemented by at least two years of job experience or training in the planning or a planning-related field; or
• Four years of planning and building administrative support experience.

Other Qualifications Required:

• Ability to pass a comprehensive background check and an occupational medical pre-employment physical exam which includes a pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 30 pounds as well as ability travel to different sites and locations.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.
• Strong communication (written and oral), research, and analytical skills.
• Competency in basic computer programs/applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Drive, Box, etc.
• Basic understanding of planning principles.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework and/or experience with aspects of urban planning, long-range planning, urban redevelopment, public policy, civic engagement, stakeholder participation, and governance.
• Ability to be remain flexible and work both independently and collaboratively in a diverse and dynamic environment.
• Ability to learn fast and adapt quickly without comprising the quality of work.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS.

Typical Functions

• Staffs the Planning Counter to assist the public, conduct plan checks, collect and process forms, and file permit applications and plans.
• Responds to email, telephone, and counter inquiries regarding the municipal code, entitlements, and the City’s development policies and procedures.
• Conducts field work, including Planning Final Inspections, site visits, and code-enforcement.
• Receives, investigates, and monitors requests to investigate alleged violations of the municipal codes and other complaints.
• Coordinates and conducts abatement procedures, including preparing correspondence, coordination with other agencies (Contra Costa County Building Division, Moraga-Orinda Fire District, etc.).
• Processes applications for a hillside-grading permit, elevated-deck permit, exception permit, tree-removal permit, and other “minor” discretionary projects.
• Assists staff in collecting and preparing data for various planning projects and provides support at community meetings as necessary.
• Researches and prepares routine graphic displays/exhibits for use by the Department, Planning Commission, and City Council.
• Drafts reports of limited or variable complexity.

How to Apply

Please visit CalOpps.org to submit a fully-completed application, current resume, and a cover letter before the filing deadline. A limited number of applicants with the most desirable qualifications, as determined by initial screening of applications and resume, will be invited to participate in an interview and testing process that may consist of a written test and oral-board interview. Applicants will be notified by email if they are invited to participate further in the selection process. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (925) 253-4214 or at humanresources@cityoforinda.org.

Completed application materials must be submitted on the CalOpps.org website by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18, 2020.

The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

 
The City of Orinda is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex origin or disability.  In accordance with Federal law, the City of Orinda will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.  Candidates with a disability which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should submit a request for accommodation with the application.  Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request.
 

PSE – PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II

CLOSE DATE: Friday, February 7th, 2020

SALARY RANGE:
I – $16.23  Per Hour   II – $17.46  Per Hour   

FINAL FILING DATE:
A complete application packet must be received in the Glenn County Personnel Department by 5:00 P.M., Friday, February 7th, 2020.
 

THE POSITION
The PSE – Public Works Maintenance Worker I/II position performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled labor in the construction, maintenance and repair of County roads, bridges, culverts and other related structures, and in various traffic control maintenance and repair activities or in the various solid waste site activities of the Public Works Agency. This position may operate a variety of construction, maintenance and transportation equipment as necessary to complete daily tasks. The PSE – Public Works Maintenance Worker I is the entry/journey-level class series, and is distinguished from the next higher classification of PSE - Public Works Maintenance Worker II in that the latter is the entry/journey-level responsible to perform a wider range of duties in the assigned maintenance area and is required to have a Class B driver’s license with appropriate endorsements. This position is at-Will, Temporary and scheduled for up to forty (40) hours per week. This recruitment may be used to establish a list to fill future vacancies for the next twelve (12) months.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Experience:            I/II - Some experience in the construction trades or road maintenance is desirable.

Training:        I/II - Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate:    I - Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Class B driver’s license within one year of employment. II - Possession of, or ability to obtain an appropriate, valid California Class A driver’s license with proper endorsements within one year of employment.
 

Application forms may be completed on CalOpps.org or obtained from and returned to:
GLENN COUNTY PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT
525 W. Sycamore Street
Willows, CA  95988
Telephone (530) 934-6451 – Fax (530) 934-6452
TDD – No Voice (530) 934-6444
Website: www.countyofglenn.net

For a complete job description, please visit the Glenn County Personnel Department

THE COUNTY OF GLENN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE ENCOURAGE MINORITIES, WOMEN AND DISABLED INDIVIDUALS TO APPLY. IN ADDITION, BI-LINGUAL (SPANISH, HMONG, LAOTIAN) INDIVIDUALS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. WE ARE COMMITTED TO PROVIDING REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION TO APPLICANTS. QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES WHO NEED A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION DURING THE APPLICATION OR SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD CONTACT THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT

 

 

The Vallejo Flood and Wastewater District invites applications for  OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT to fill one vacancy. The final filing date is February 07, 2020.

The District is seeking an Operations Superintendent who is responsible for supervising and overseeing Operations staff.  This position requires in-depth and comprehensive knowledge of wastewater treatment plant operations, department policies and procedures. The incumbent in this management position is expected to quickly identify and correct problems, including troubleshooting complicated biological, chemical, mechanical, electrical, and controls systems problems. The incumbent should also have knowledge of compiling data for preparation of state mandatory reporting, and be able to develop and maintain department budgets.

In addition to meeting the minimum qualifications (please see job description), the ideal candidate for this position will also possess the following attributes:

• Creates a positive work environment.
• Displays a positive and professional attitude with a focus on developing strong Leadership skills.
• Respects and supports the diversity and differences in their coworkers and the community we serve.
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to successfully adapt to changing priorities.
• Has a passion to improve the organization and a desire to continuously strive for personal growth.
• Is a team player who enjoys working with peers, partners and others to positively impact the District’s efficiency, performance and work environment.
• Is open, honest, direct and will exercise a high degree of common sense and sound judgement.
• Discreet and respectful when dealing with confidential and sensitive matters.
• Strong and proven management and leadership skills; as well as skills in business and organizational management, financial management, program and project planning, strategic planning and consensus building.

 

The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Senior Planner

Open Date: Tuesday,  January 21, 2020

Close Date: Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.

Salary: $10,223.20 - $12,433.20 per month DOE 

(An increase of 1.92% will be effective February 2020)

Senior Planner: To perform a variety of professional planning duties including zoning and planning administration, environmental review, plan preparation, and special projects; and to prepare reports and recommendations relative to assigned area of responsibility. Employees at this level perform work requiring significant independent judgment and typically provide direct supervision to professional, technical and clerical staff.

The Ideal Candidate:  The ideal candidate will have experience working for small municipalities; strong foundation of current planning project processing; administration of a housing program within a Planning or Community Development Department; capability of multi-tasking in a fast pace working environment; ability to prepare  environmental initial studies and Mitigated Negative Declarations; experience procuring and managing consultant contracts; ability to work in a collaborative team-based environment and excellent communication skills.

Typical Duties: Receives and processes planning applications; performs field investigations; prepares reports for and presents to the  Planning Commission, City Council and other boards and commissions; conducts research and prepares recommendations on planning issues and ordinances; provides information on planning and zoning issues to applicants, the general public and other departments; assists with research and completion of advanced planning projects; may perform code enforcement activities; establishes and maintains appropriate files, and prepares correspondence as required; builds and maintains  positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, outside agencies, consultants and the public using principles of good customer service; responsible for more complex planning projects or functional program area, such as current planning application processing and coordination of a specific type, outside agency coordination, or ordinance preparation; may be assigned as staff liaison to a board, committee or commission; directs and oversees other professional and technical personnel on specific projects; oversees a functional program area such as development application processing/review, or ordinance preparation; meets with and advises property owners and developers on planning requirements on large and/or complex projects; assigns development applications; coordinates department activities with other City departments and outside agencies; oversees research and data collection for reports and projects; supervises and manages consultants as necessary; and performs other duties as required.

Ability to: Write accurate and concise technical reports and memoranda; explain planning and zoning requirements clearly to the public, applicants and other departments; research, analyze and summarize planning issues; read, understand and interpret a variety of maps, site plans, architectural drawings, specifications, environmental impact reports, ordinances, and regulations related to work. On a continuous basis, sit at desk or in meetings for    long periods of time; twist and reach office equipment; stand, walk, bend, climb, or squat while conducting field checks; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means; visually differentiate between colors on land use maps; and lift or carry weight of 10 pounds or less. Use a computer, calculator, telephone, facsimile machine, photocopy machine, and microfilm reader printer. Analyze situations quickly and objectively and determine proper course of action.  Attend evening and weekend meetings. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Conduct independent research and report preparation; accurately interpret planning and zoning maps, aerial photos, architectural design plans and precise construction drawings; Perform complex planning work requiring independent judgment. Handle a variety of complex assignments involving different analytical approaches; train, assign, review, and evaluate subordinate personnel as assigned; gather, analyze, and interpret a variety of complex, technical data; provide project leadership; work with a minimum of supervision; function as a project leader on major current and advanced planning projects. organize, supervise, and implement significant land use studies and present conclusion and recommendations clearly in written and graphic form; make effective verbal presentations to City Council, Planning Commission, and citizen groups. Intermittently twist and reach office equipment, and bend, squat, kneel, or twist while retrieving and/or returning files from drawers; write and use keyboard to communicate through written means. Operate a personal computer in the performance of a variety of clerical accounting and statistical functions. Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance; lift or carry weight of 25 pounds or less.

Knowledge of: Fundamental planning principles, role and function of general plans and zoning ordinances; California planning, subdivision and environmental law and their relationship to day to day activities of a planning department; scope and function of a planning department and its relationship to other City departments; research methods and report preparation; principles, objectives and procedures of municipal planning, urban design, and zoning, environmental review processes, and planning legislation; applicable laws related to sub-division, annexation, zoning and land use; role and function of general plans and zoning ordinances; municipal finance; environmental review; planning and land use law; project management; research methods and report preparation; recent developments and current literature in planning and urban design.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Graduation from an accredited university or college with a degree in city planning or a closely related field and five years of increasingly responsible professional planning experience. A master’s degree in city planning may be substituted for one year of experience.

Possession of:   Valid California Driver's License.

Application Process: This recruitment will close on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.  City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Campbell Human Resources Division, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008; by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or at www.calopps.org.

Testing Process: Following initial screening of applications, those applicants with the most appropriate qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

Information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute an expressed or implied contract.  The Human Resources Office will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities.  Please advise the Human Resources Office of such special needs at the time of application.  The City of Campbell is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, marital status, or medical condition.

 

 

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under general supervision, performs custodial services to maintain assigned area in a clean, orderly, safe and secure fashion, and performs related duties as required.  Must be available mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.
 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.

 

City Hall, Community Building and Senior Center Duties:

• Secure city facilities as assigned
• Provide access to city facilities after hours
• Perform set-up or tear down of tables and chairs
• Set-up required equipment for meeting and activities
• Clean specified areas as assigned
• Perform light custodial duties
• Empty trash and sort recycling
• Pick up trash around exterior of buildings
• Restock dispensers
• Provide customer service to public and city staff

 

Park Restroom Duties:

• Provide access to park restroom facilities
• Sweep, mop and clean floors
• Empty and clean waste receptacles
• Pick up trash around exterior of restroom buildings
• Clean restrooms, including sinks, tile, toilets, floors, mirrors, walls and partitions and drinking fountains
• Polish metal work fixtures
• Fill paper dispensers
• Replace light bulbs
• Perform minor repairs as necessary
• Secure park restroom facilities
• Provide customer service to public and city staff
• Respond to emergency situations as required
• Remove and/or clean graffiti

 

Rental Duties:

• Perform required set-up for assigned activity
• Provide access to assigned facility at proper time
• Maintain contact with the person renting the facility to perform duties as required
• Provide supervision during the event to insure all policies and procedures are being adhered to
• Inspect facility prior to and after the event
• Complete required paper work
• Secure facility
• Maintain a clean and safe facility during event/activity

 

San Dimas Recreation Center

• Perform light custodial duties
• Restock dispensers
• Empty trash and sort recycling
• Pick up trash around exterior of buildings
• Clear pool decks and secure area
• Secure city facilities as assigned
• Test water chemistry in swimming pool
• Clean specified areas as assigned

 

SELECTION PROCESS

Interested persons who feel they meet the desirable qualifications should submit a completed City application. Not every applicant is interviewed. Selected qualified applicants will be invited to interview.

 

STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION

The City of San Dimas, California advises the public, employees and job applicants that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or any non-merit based factor in admission to, treatment of or employment in its programs and activities.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The City of San Dimas will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)

 

ABOUT THE CITY

The City of San Dimas is located midway (about 27 miles) between Los Angeles and San Bernardino at the base of the San Gabriel Mountains. Superior access to freeways offers a centralized location from which to enjoy southern California’s many excellent cultural and recreational activities.

San Dimas was incorporated in 1960 with a Council-Manager form of government. Its citizens receive a full range of services through the combined efforts of the City’s five departments (City Manager’s Office, Administrative Services, Parks & Recreation, Public Works and Development Services) and the contract services of Los Angeles County.

The City of Redwood City, Public Works Department invites you to apply for the position of Administrative Clerk I/II.   The incumbent will perform a wide variety of general clerical duties as required in the assigned departments.

Administrative Clerk I is the entry -level class in the Administrative Clerk series. The class is distinguished from the II level in one of two ways: routine and repetitive duties are performed according to established procedures, and changes are explained in detail as they arise; use as a training class for flexibly staffed positions.

Administrative Clerk II is the journey level class in the Administrative Clerk series. The incumbent is required to have prior clerical experience; perform the full range of duties for the class and meet the qualification standards for the class. An Administrative Clerk II is expected to perform duties with only occasional instruction or assistance, and work is normally reviewed on completion. Adequate performance at this level requires the knowledge of general City procedures on purchasing and personnel as well as a knowledge of department policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will embrace the City’s emphasis on excellent customer service; will be an enthusiastic self-starter who anticipates the needs of the Public Works Department; will be accurate, detail-oriented and able to track and manage multiple tasks and programs, both process and results-oriented; will have proficient writing and editing skills; will be proficient at using a computer, multi-line phone system, and office applications including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access; will be able to update and maintain records and filing systems; will be flexible, perceptive, and dependable in performing duties and follow through; will be a team player who likes working with a variety of City staff and the public, and have a sense of humor. 

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

City of St. Helena, California

Employment Opportunity

Maintenance Worker I/II - Bocce DOQ

Parks & Trees Division

Maintenance Worker I/II DOQ—Bocce

MWI $50,954 - $61,934 ($24.50 - $29.78 hourly)* plus benefits

 MWII $56,754 - $66,127 ($26.98 - $32.75 hourly)* plus benefit

 

Distinguishing Characteristics:

Maintenance Worker I

The Maintenance Worker I – Parks, Trees & Bocce is the entry level class in the Public Works Maintenance series that allows the incumbent to develop journey level knowledge and abilities. Initially, under immediate supervision, incumbents perform the more routine and less complex assignments within an established procedural framework where there are minimal consequences of error, including a wide variety of maintenance and construction tasks. This classification is alternatively staffed with Maintenance Worker II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class.

Maintenance Worker II

The Maintenance Worker II – Parks, Trees & Bocce is the journey level class in the Public Works Maintenance series in which incumbents are expected to independently perform the full scope of assigned duties. Incumbents perform a full range of maintenance and construction tasks. Incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating a level of proficiency that meets the qualifications of the higher level class. This classification is distinguished from the next higher classification of Lead Maintenance Worker, which is responsible for performing the more complex maintenance assignments and has lead responsibility duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:

Maintenance Worker I – Parks, Trees & Bocce

Receives immediate supervision from a Public Works Superintendent. Incumbents may receive lead direction from a Maintenance Worker II or a Lead Maintenance Worker. Incumbents in this class do not routinely exercise supervision.

Maintenance Worker II – Parks, Trees, & Bocce

Receives general supervision from a Public Works Superintendent. Incumbents may receive lead direction from a Lead Maintenance Worker. May exercise functional or technical supervision over lower level workers.

Essential Functions:  

Parks, Trees & Bocce: Performs bocce maintenance including court grooming, repairs to courts such as curbs, backstops, and fenced end caps, and repairs to non-court amenities such as picnic tables, bocce shed, and bulletin boards; performs a variety of groundskeeping duties in and around bocce courts. Performs a variety of maintenance, repair, construction and installation work related to parks and tree maintenance. Performs park maintenance including  mowing, edging, and weeding landscaped areas; plants trees, flowers, and shrubs; assists in the installation of new park areas; repairs tiles and removes graffiti at parks; maintains and upgrades all City parks, pathways, and landscape areas; repairs and installs landscape irrigation systems; assists in the application of herbicides and pesticides; inspects park play equipment for conditions needing repair and maintenance. Performs tree maintenance including maintaining City trees for public safety by performing tree pruning; cuts and trims tree branches and limbs which create hazardous conditions; removes rubbish, dead limbs, and hanging limbs from trees. Conducts traffic control during maintenance and construction projects; sets up traffic control signs and direct and control traffic around work sites; communicates with the public during flagging duties. Operates trucks and other maintenance and construction equipment; maintains, repairs, and cleans assigned vehicles and equipment; inspects tools and equipment for safety and mechanical defects. Assists with City sponsored functions and special events; responds to after hours call-outs as assigned. Responds to questions and concerns from the general public; provides information as is appropriate and resolves public service complaints. Assists other Public Works maintenance units when required. Establishes positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff and the public.

Working Conditions: 

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position requires near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The ability to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more. Additionally, the incumbent in this outdoor position works in all weather conditions, including wet, hot, and cold. The incumbent may use chemicals which may expose the employee to fumes, dust, and air contaminants. The nature of the work also requires the incumbent to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and work in heavy vehicle traffic conditions. The incumbent may be required to respond to after hours emergency call-outs and perform routine standby duties.

Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodations.

 

DEFINITION

Under supervision, performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks.  Performs both routine and heavy, physical work in the construction, maintenance, repair and cleaning of streets, parks and facilities; performs related work as assigned.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the entry-level classification of the Streets, Parks and Facilities Worker series.  Incumbents at this level participate in on-the-job training designed to provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities required at the journey level.  This class is distinguished from the Streets, Parks and Facilities Worker II position in that incumbents work under closer supervision, independently perform less skilled work and/or assist others in completing more difficult assignments.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (include but are not limited to the following)

Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Spread asphalt road building material over road surface to correct thickness.
• Crack, seal, patch, oil, and seal road surfaces.
• Use various hand tools such as shovel, pick, mattock, axe, and broom.
• Operate: a jackhammer, other pneumatic tools and various power tools, dump trucks, water trucks, and a variety of street construction and maintenance equipment that may include front-end loaders, spreaders, pavement rollers, tractors, and distributor trucks, and acetylene torch.
• Repair and patch curbs, gutters, bridge decks, headwalls, sidewalks, and perform related concrete work.
• Check brakes, lights, tires, fuel, oil level, and auxiliary equipment as required, and make minor field repairs and adjustments.
• Clean, adjust, and service tools and equipment.
• Clean and sweep work areas.
• Serve as flag person on street work projects.
• Set out sand bags at various locations for flood protection.
• Assist the operator on the rock chip spreader and operate the patch master.
• Perform work involving traffic signs installing, removing, replacing, resetting, repairing, and maintenance.
• Assist and participate in the preparation and manufacture of traffic, directional, and informational City signs.
• Paint lanes, parking lots, and curbs.
• Apply hot thermo plastic and adhesive taped traffic stripes and markings.
• Operate sign marking equipment such as silkscreen apparatus, stencils, welding equipment, pipe threaders, and power saws.
• Operate, maintain, and repair specialized and complex street marking equipment as required.
• Build and stencil traffic barricades.
• Set up and remove barricades, cones, and warning signs as work requires.
• Maintain routine records of time and materials used.
• Install raised lane driving buttons and bars on street surfaces.
• Remove obsolete traffic markings on street surfaces, using grinding and power equipment.
• Repair and install roadside delineation barricades and guardrails.
• Set up and remove computerized and mechanical traffic counters.
• Rake, clean and water park areas; clean, sanitize, and service restrooms and other public facilities.
• Sweep and wash off courts, theaters, walks and other paved areas.
• Weed and cultivate shrubs and flower beds.
• Operate a variety of high-power equipment and hand tools; trim, fertilize, renovate and maintain turf and plant area.
• Regulate and adjust automatic sprinkler, lighting controllers and repair sprinkler systems.
• Help on construction work in parks.
• Assist supervisor as needed.
• Document and issue work orders, keep records and reports regarding work done.
• Remove graffiti from buildings, signs and concrete.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to:

• Operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools and equipment used in the work.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Properly place cones, barricades and warning devices and direct traffic flow at job sites.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision.

Knowledge of:

• Techniques and materials used in the maintenance and repair of streets, gutters, sidewalks, parks and related facilities.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand and power tools and equipment common to the field.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.

EXPERIENCE

One-year experience in construction, maintenance and repair of streets, parks or facilities.

EDUCATION

Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent and the ability to read and write at a level required for successful job performance.

LICENSE

Possession of a responsible driving record and a valid California Class C Driver License is required at the time of appointment and is a condition of continued employment. Loss of the Class C license is cause for discipline. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical disability will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.  A California Class B Drivers License is desirable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS WORKING CONDITIONS

Strength: Heavy Work- Must possesses sufficient strength and stamina to lift and carry objects weighing up to 75 pounds.

Must be willing to be on a 24-hour emergency call out list. May be assigned a cell phone during non-working hours and holidays. Must be willing to work in all weather conditions and confined spaces, climbing ladders to service lift stations and sewer lines as necessary with exposure to unpleasant odor and potentially hazardous conditions. May be assigned to work weekends as needed.